Subtraction fact · doubles

10 − 5 = 5

Ten minus five is five. 10 is double 5, so taking away 5 leaves the other half.

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10 counters, 5 crossed out, 5 left.

It's half of a double

  1. Remember the double: 5 + 5 = 10.
  2. Take one of those 5s away.
  3. The other 5 is left, so 10 − 5 = 5.

Its fact family has two facts

5, 5 and 10 go together, so learning one of these helps with all of them. See the family.

Practice 10 − 5 in a game

A fact sticks when a child has to pull it from memory again and again. In this game 10 − 5 keeps coming back between the other facts in its family.

Every round leans on 10 − 5

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10 − 5 FAQ

What is 10 − 5?

10 − 5 = 5. In words: ten minus five is five.

How can I check 10 − 5 = 5?

Add back: 5 + 5 = 10. If the addition gives the number you started with, the subtraction is right.

What grade learns 10 − 5?

Facts within 10 are a first grade goal: Common Core standard 1.OA.C.6 asks for fluency adding and subtracting within 10.

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